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2012 land-rover lr4 Model Overview

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The 2012 Land Rover LR4 exudes pure urban sophistication with its luxurious looks, but at the same time, it’s also a rough rider that is fully capable of getting down and dirty. Serious off-road tech lies underneath all that glitz and glamour, allowing the ultra-lux SUV to essentially go anywhere.

At the center of the 2012 LR4’s off-roading prowess is Land Rover’s Terrain Response system. The system allows drivers to select the different types of conditions (mud, rocks, snow, sand, on-road) and lets the LR4 automatically dial in the optimal suspension and powertrain settings. The LR4 has also received numerous improvements over the past few years, so for the 2012 model year, a revised suspension, enhanced Terrain Response system, and a gorgeous new cabin with significant audio and infotainment upgrades are all part of the package.

But perhaps the biggest improvement the LR4 SUV received lies under the hood: a new Jaguar-sourced, direct-injection, DOHC, 5.0-liter V-8 making 375 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque. All that power is translated to the wheels via a six-speed gearbox, and the LR4 is capable of towing a lofty 7716 pounds.

Bodystyle: SUV

Engine: 5.0L V-8

Transmission: 6-speed automatic

Models: LR4, HSE, HSE LUX

The more-than-capable off-roader receives a slew of new bits. Redesigned 19- and 20-inch wheels, and a broader paint palette top the list. There’s also an easier-to-use navigation and multimedia system with streaming Bluetooth audio and hard-drive music storage. Ahead of the driver sit updated instruments and modified steering column controls, including a new seven-inch touch screen that comes standard. “Say What You See” voice activation controls are also new for 2012, and can even control the optional rear seat entertainment.

The 2012 LR4 looks rugged, yet luxurious at the same time. It has a fresh and modern-looking shape, with upscale bits adding a bit of flair. Nineteen-inch wheels are standard, as are fog lights and rear parking sensors. Side mirrors are electric heated and adjustable, and the LR4 also comes equipped with standard rain sensing wipers. The rear glass is also heated and has its own wiper, and a heated front windshield is available. Up front, the LR4 wears a mesh, two-bar grille.

Inside, the LR4’s cabin gets the same luxurious treatment as the exterior. Standard amenities include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and seat height and lumbar adjust for drivers. Land Rover’s Command Driving Position also provides the driver with good sight lines. An Alpine roof extends beyond a normal panoramic sunroof to the second and third rows, and comes complete with integrated sun blinds to help keep the cabin cool. The LR4 seats five, but an optional third row can be added for a total of seven seats.

Land Rover’s Terrain Reponse System allows the 2012 LR4 to head off in practically any direction a horseback rider could, and the go-anywhere features include a new sand-mode launch control that helps accelerate from a stop without digging in, and responsive traction and anti-lock control in “rock-crawl” mode to prevent a wheel rolling the wrong direction while maneuvering on boulders. The LR4 is just as capable on-road with a smooth ride. However, its 5833-pound weight hurts fuel economy, but the SUV has a hefty 7716-pound towing capacity.

The 2012 LR4 is equipped with six airbags, including side curtain and side-thorax airbags and front passenger airbags with an occupant detection system. An anti-lock braking system (ABS), emergency brake assist (EBA), corner, and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) are standard, as well as dynamic stability and traction control, and hill descent control. Other safety features include an auto-dimming rear view mirror, collapsible steering column, and collision-activated inertia switch that unlocks doors, turns off fuel pump, and activates hazard lights.

2012 Land Rover LR4 Pricing

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

$49,750

Certified Pre Owned Pricewhat is this?

$33,750

Certified Pre-Owned Price is the approximate price a consumer can expect to pay at a dealership for a used vehicle that has passed the manufacturer's certification process. This price applies only to vehicles covered under an automaker's CPO program, not to a dealership's own "certified" used price.

Recalls

The insufficient bond may result in the panoramic roof assembly detaching from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Land Rover LR4 vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to September 18, 2012. Due to the use of an incorrect primer, the panoramic roof adhesive may not adequately secure the roof assembly.

Remedy

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will apply the correct primer, free of charge. The recall began in August 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P065.